Chairman Srnec acknowledged the passing of Raymond Marcoux and Richard Lindsey with a moment of silence.

Betsey Baker noted that the selectmen’s agenda was not posted on the website. It was reported that the agenda had been posted in two other places so the meeting was properly posted.

Gail Pennell inquired if the notice she recently received regarding an additional $1 fee for each vehicle registration is something that must be paid. It was noted that the additional fee is to cover cost of mailing the notice of upcoming registration. Pennell stated that this is a service that she does not want. She wanted to know if there is a way to opt-out of this service as people are on a budget and everything is going up in the way of costs. Selectman Bridges asked to have Town Clerk Michelle Beaucahmp attend the next board meeting to discuss a possible opt-out for this service.

Correspondent’s note: I have learned that at the October 15 selectmen’s meeting the board decided that residents would have the option to opt-out, by going to the town’s clerk’s office and filling out a form to opt-out of this service. Fire Chief Nick Marique stated that with Pat Simmons leaving the department he will be looking for someone to fill the position. The board chairman said this will be taken up at a later date.

After discussion, the board gave approval for the fire department to purchase a new defibrillator at a cost of $30,564.

PWD Pat Smith presented an offer from David Paey for tractor and bush cutter in the amount of $12,000. The board agreed to the Ford tractor, the Bumford boom mower and roadside mower with payment terms to be decided at a later date.

It was agreed that Police Officer Marc Cilley would be employee of the month for September.

There was some discussion regarding setting the tax rate. It is expected that the tax rate will be set by November 1.

REC. DEPARTMENT

Recreation Commissioners Lue Snyder, Bob Bridges, Jen Duprat and Chris Jacobs were in attendance at the recent meeting as was Director Karen Brown.

There was much discussion regarding a proposed playground at the town’s beach. The general consensus of the commissioners was that they would like to move forward with plans for a playground and solicit input from parents and children on what they would like to see in terms of equipment. A poll will be taken on General Election day as to what people would like to see as far as equipment is concerned.

It was agreed to donate a $25 beach pass with stipulation (that it be used only by Milton residents) to the Milton Learning Center for their annual Penney sale.

Senior Citizen Bingo will be held on Sunday, October 28 beginning at 1 pm. Doors open at 11:45 am. A luncheon of steamed hot dogs, chips, cookies and soda will be available for a small donation. State law requires that players must be 60 years or older.